Neuro Flashcards
1
Q
HINTS Exam
A
Used in CONTINUOUS vertigo to determine peripheral v. central cause
Head Impulse - should not have compensatory saccade
Nystagmus - should not be bi-directional or vertical
Test of Skew - when cover one eye and fix gaze, that eye should not refocus when uncovered
2
Q
When do you intubate in myasthenic crisis?
A
NIF > -25
VC < 30
3
Q
Definition of Simple Febrile Sz
A
Age 6 mo to 5 yrs
No more than 1 seizure in 24 hours
Duration < 15 min
No focal neuro deficits
4
Q
How do you treat trigeminal neuralgia?
A
Carbamazepine
5
Q
Central v. Peripheral Facial Droop
A
If spares forehead think stroke (CENTRAL)
6
Q
Normal CSF Opening Pressure, WBC, Glucose & Protein
A
Opening pressure 5-20 mmHg
WBC < 5
Glucose 45-85
Protein 15-45
